Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection Therapy
PRP Therapy for Joint, Muscle & Tendon Healing
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy uses growth-factor-rich platelets from your own blood to help promote healing in injured or inflamed tissues. This regenerative approach supports repair and reduces pain in joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments without using foreign substances. At iMsk & Spine Group, PRP is performed by experienced specialists who guide each patient through a personalized recovery plan.
What Is PRP Therapy?
During PRP therapy, a small sample of blood is taken, processed to concentrate platelets, and then injected into the injured area. These platelets contain natural growth factors that support tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and encourage healing at the source of pain.
Why It Helps
PRP enhances the body’s natural healing response, making it useful for chronic pain, overuse injuries, or soft-tissue damage that hasn’t responded to traditional treatment. Because it uses your own cells, PRP offers a gentle, biologic option that promotes healing rather than simply masking pain.
Conditions It Helps Treat
PRP may be used for:
- Joint pain
- Tendon injuries
- Muscle strains
- Ligament sprains
- Arthritis
- Sports-related injuries
It can also support recovery after orthopedic procedures or major joint irritation.
How Treatment Works
PRP injections are performed in office and typically take less than an hour.
A typical session includes:
- Blood draw
- Platelet concentration process
- Targeted injection
- Post-care guidance
- Gradual return to activity
Improvement may develop over weeks as tissue begins to heal.
PRP Therapy FAQ
Does PRP use donor material?
No—PRP uses platelets from your own blood.
How soon will I notice improvement?
Many patients see gradual improvement over several weeks as tissue begins to heal.
Is PRP considered natural?
Yes—it uses your own biologic material rather than synthetic medication.
Is this similar to cortisone?
No—PRP promotes healing, while cortisone reduces inflammation.
Can PRP replace surgery?
In some cases, PRP can delay or reduce the need for surgery, depending on the diagnosis.
